Galvanized U-Channel Posts and Enamel U-Channel Posts for Sale

U-Channel Posts - Green Enamel and Galvanized

Item #:

Y3432, Y3433, Y3434, Y3435, Y3436, Y3437, Y3438, Y3439, Y3485, Y3486

Note:

8 ft. posts ship via UPS or FedEx ground. 10 ft. and 12 ft. posts ship as freight. We'll contact you with correct freight charges after you place your order. Typical freight charges can range from $150 to over $400 depending on the destination and size of the order.

You can mount traffic, parking, and property signs on U-Channel Posts; making them one of the most versatile sign posts that SafetySign.com offers. The unique “u-channel” design creates a wide support area for signs to rest on, while the opposite side provides a support area for the mounting of an additional sign.

U-Channel Sign Posts are available in galvanized or green enamel coated finishes and offered in lengths from 4’ to 12’. The galvanized finish provides the most resistance to rust and is the better option for those where durability is a concern. The green enamel coated finish, meanwhile, provides the more “natural” look, allowing the post to blend in with the environment.

Please note that 8 ft. posts are shipped via UPS and FedEx ground service while 10 ft. and 12 ft. posts will be shipped as freight due to their size. After you place your order, one of our customer service representatives will contact you with the correct shipping charges. Freight shipping requires a tractor trailer to deliver your post(s) as well as the rest of your order and is more costly than typical ground shipping. Typical freight charges can range from $150 to over $400 depending on the destination and size of the order.

Special Freight Arrangement:Due to the size of this product, freight shipping will be required. You may contact our customer service team for a quote or you can place your order and a customer service representative will contact you about freight shipping charges.If you would like to use your own freight carrier, please include your freight carrier account in the special instructions box at the bottom of the checkout page before placing your order. A customer service representative will be in contact with you if there are any questions.

Phone: 800-274-6271 Fax: 800-279-6897

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U-Channel post has been one of the most preferred posts for displaying traffic signs, parking signs, and property signs for years because of its affordability and unique design that provides a great support area for signs. The sections below will provide specifications for all our U-Channel posts, installation requirements and tips, as well as sign mounting instructions.

U-Channel Post Specifications

Post Size

Post Material

Post Weight/Ft.

Post Width

Hole Size & Placement

Shipping

Recommended Use

3 ft.

Green Enamel & Galvanized

2 lbs./ft.

3⅛″

3/8″ dia. on 1″ centers

UPS & FedEx

Breakaway Anchor Post

4 ft.

Green Enamel

2 lbs./ft.

3⅛″

3/8″ dia. on 1″ centers

UPS & FedEx

Portable Stands - Non-Official Use

6 ft.

Green Enamel & Galvanized

1.12 lbs./ft.

2.037″

3/8″ dia. on 1″ centers

UPS & FedEx

Delineators, Reflectors, Address Signs, Non-Official Use

6 ft.

Green Enamel & Galvanized

2 lbs./ft.

3⅛″

3/8″ dia. on 1″ centers

UPS & FedEx

Delineators, Reflectors, Address Signs, Non-Official Use

8 ft.

Green Enamel & Galvanized

2 lbs./ft.

3⅛″

3/8″ dia. on 1″ centers

UPS & FedEx

Parking Signs, Property Signs, Traffic Signs

10 ft.

Green Enamel & Galvanized

2 lbs./ft.

3⅛″

3/8″ dia. on 1″ centers

Freight Only

Parking Signs, Property Signs, Traffic Signs

12 ft.

Galvanized

2 lbs./ft.

3⅛″

3/8″ dia. on 1″ centers

Freight Only

Parking Signs, Property Signs, Traffic Signs

U-Channel Post Installation

The following table details the recommended installation depth for U-Channel posts without the use of an anchor post. SafetySign.com recommends the use of an anchor post with every post installation to increase safety in the event of a vehicle collision with the post, and to help maximize the amount of available space on the post for mounting a sign.

Post Size

Post Material

Post Weight/Ft.

Recommended Installation Depth*

Bolt Size Requirements

3 ft. Anchor

Green Enamel & Galvanized

2 lbs./ft.

30″ - 32″

Use Breakaway Hardwareto Connect to Sign Post

4 ft.

Green Enamel

2 lbs./ft.

Up to 18″

2-1/2″ Long

6 ft.

Green Enamel & Galvanized

1.12 lbs./ft.

18″ - 24″

1-1/2″ Long

6 ft.

Green Enamel & Galvanized

2 lbs./ft.

18″ - 24″

2-1/2″ Long

8 ft.

Green Enamel & Galvanized

2 lbs./ft.

30″ - 36″

2-1/2″ Long

10 ft.

Green Enamel & Galvanized

2 lbs./ft.

36″ - 42″

2-1/2″ Long

12 ft.

Galvanized

2 lbs./ft.

36″ - 42″

2-1/2″ Long

* Installation Depth Notes:

The depth numbers we are providing are general guidelines and do not take into account the different types of soil in your specific location. When possible, it is ideal to install U-Channel posts to a depth of 30″ - 36″.

A breakaway system should be used when installing posts on public roadways and on private roads open to public travel such as those running through a non-gated corporate complex or shopping center. Our breakaway anchor post should be installed approximately 32″ into the ground.

Be aware of frost lines as they vary by region of the country.

U-Channel Post Sign Mounting

There are two types of hardware that can be used for mounting signs to a U-Channel post; a standard hex-head bolt set, or a tamperproof one-way bolt set.